After taking down this key figure in charge of city defense, Wang Qiang's mission to Chaozhou was half completed. The rest depends on the few internal agents who infiltrated into the opponent's army while Wu Liuqi temporarily recruited bandits to expand his army.

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After receiving the notice from Feng Chengshi and knowing that the killer team of the Military Intelligence Department would soon sneak into Chaozhou City, Wang Qiang made a prompt decision. He sent his two right-hand men to the north of Chaozhou City a month ago and took away the people who had sneaked into Chaozhou City.

For the rest of the subordinates, only two people were left to take care of them.

The bold and careful Wang Qiang led these two people to gain Wang Ligong's trust through hard and soft tactics, and completed the final purchase and transaction.

He did not fully understand the overall situation in Guangdong, so he did not know the specific reasons why Feng Chengshi issued this order in the first place. However, as the captain of the action team of the Military Intelligence Department, it was his only duty to complete the tasks assigned by the commander to the letter.

Responsibilities.

Wang Qiang quickly left the city tower and prepared to return to his stronghold in the shops in the west of the city. Along the way, he saw Hao Shangjiu's soldiers and horses on a street chasing Qing officials who were trying to escape from the city to report.

This kind of thing happened frequently in recent times, and Wang Qiang was used to it. He pretended to be a little frightened and timid like an ordinary citizen, but in the blink of an eye, he detoured into another alley that few people used.

Among.

He has clearly remembered all the streets in Chaozhou Fucheng. These criss-crossing streets and the various houses on the streets are important covers for escaping in emergencies. This is the most basic thing as the captain of the action team.

Professionalism.

There has been no peace in Chaozhou City these days. Hao Shangjiu has already recruited civilians to dig ditches and build forts. His intention is obvious. He is just waiting for Li Dingguo to the west to send troops to contain the main force of the Qing army in Guangzhou, so he has not made it public yet.

Just raise the flag.

As time goes by, perhaps they have realized that chaos is coming in Chaozhou Prefecture. The streets and shops that were once bustling and busy with people coming and going are now sparsely populated and patrolled by Hao Jun soldiers everywhere.

Wang Qiang quickly returned to the grocery store in the west of the city. The shopkeeper, who was sleeping on the counter, woke up immediately when he heard the footsteps. This was a link in the Zheng family's business network in Chaozhou, and it was also a way to convey military information.

Dark line.

This shopkeeper has been rooted in Chaozhou City for several years and is well-informed. He also has neighbors who can vouch for his innocence, so in emergencies like this, he is usually the one who goes out to find out the information.

After Wang Qiang sent the shopkeeper out to inquire about the information, he immediately closed the door of the shop and walked into the backyard. More than twenty killers sent by Feng Chengshi were hiding inside. Because they had just arrived, they were all still alive.

face, so I rarely go out for any activities.

"From now on, everyone must be alert. Fifteen people must stay awake at any time!" Wang Qiang walked into the cellar and ordered to the men surrounding him, with a twinkle in his eye as he spoke.

Cold light.

The situation in Chaozhou Prefecture is too complicated, and the conflicts in the city can no longer be suppressed. Based on the information he has learned these days, Wang Qiang has a basic judgment on the situation in Chaonan: Although Hao Shangjiu was able to suppress his troops, it was only

It was limited to his army, and the gentry and officials in nearby counties had no intention of cooperating with him.

At this time, Hao Shangjiu, his son Hao Yao, confidants Li Xin, Wang Ligong and others gathered together in the General Military Mansion of Chaozhou Fucheng.

"Dad, all the civil servants in the city have been controlled. The one who tried to escape has been killed by me. I have also sent people to comfort the people in the city. Now everything is ready, just wait for Li Dingguo!" Hao Yao cupped his hands and clasped his fists.

Tao.

After hearing this for a long time, Hao Shang still kept a straight face. The squires and civil servants all refused to cooperate with him. The situation was far more serious than he imagined. However, there was no turning back. Since he had chosen to fight again, he could only continue.

Gone.

He originally hoped that Li Dingguo could quickly defeat Shang Kexi and Geng Jimao. The entire Qing army in Guangdong collapsed, freeing him up to go north to defeat Wu Liuqi. When the time came, he could recruit Huang Yingjie, which would be a great achievement. But the current situation

It's obviously not going in that direction.

Three years ago, under Zheng Chenggong's attack, he once again cut off his hair and surrendered to the Qing Dynasty. The person who led the way was Huang Yingjie. Hao Shangjiu knew very well that the other party was just a grassroots, so he was not worried about the other party's attack. After all, even the company

If Huang Yingjie comes to fight him, it means that the situation is already clear. But Wu Liuqi in the north is what he wants to find an opportunity to eliminate. In this way, he can monopolize the entire Chaozhou Prefecture.

In other words, Hao Shangjiu was forced to cross the river and demolish the bridge by the Qing government this time, and he also saw the huge benefits. But the problem is that he has to defect to Li Dingguo. If it is Zheng Chenggong, I am afraid that Chaozhou Prefecture will belong to the Zheng family.

Upon seeing this, Li Xin immediately cupped his hands and said: "General, now Lu Zhenfen, Xue Xinchen and the magistrates of Puning, Chenghai, Jieyang, Raoping and other counties are under our control. This operation will definitely succeed immediately. Chaozhou Prefecture will still be

General's."

"How is Zheng Chenggong doing?" Hao Shangjiu's face was still ugly. This was somewhat beyond the expectations of several people in the room. Hao Shangjiu neither asked Wu Liuqi, Huang Yingjie, nor Li Dingguo, but actually asked about Zheng Chenggong.

"Zheng Chenggong's secret envoy is already in the city. He said that Zheng Chenggong's army will arrive around the 27th!" Hao Yao paused and continued: "Dad, when will Li Dingguo's reinforcements arrive? Zheng Chenggong has a grudge against us.

His popularity is small and he must avenge himself. He will definitely not spare us, father and son."

After hearing this, Hao Shang frowned, squinted his eyes, and sighed: "Li Dingguo's army may not arrive in a short time, but Zheng Chenggong defeated the main force of the Eight Banners of the Qing Army the year before, and now he has regained his strength through peace negotiations.

, if it comes on the 27th, I’m afraid we will have no choice.”

"General, maybe we can raise the banner of the Zheng family anyway and tell the world that we are Zheng Chenggong's soldiers. Then Zheng Chenggong will have no reason to punish the general. Otherwise, he will tell the world that he, Zheng Chenggong, is a man of great magnanimity.

You are a small, dishonest hypocrite, not worthy of the world's heroes." Wang Ligong suddenly clasped his fists and spoke.

This was what Wang Qiang taught him, and it was also a trap set by Zheng Chenggong in order to successfully integrate this army. In the late Ming Dynasty, there were almost serious conflicts between various forces, especially the anti-Qing forces. Zheng Chenggong wanted to reassure Hao Shangjiu,

In the end, if you successfully enter the city, you must start with the people around him.

"Hiss... this is a good plan!" Hao Shangjiu nodded, seemingly relieved, his brows slowly relaxed, and then ordered: "Yao'er, starting from today, you will personally lead the troops.

Inspection and meritorious service will continue to guard the city wall. The entire city will be under martial law starting tomorrow. No one will be allowed in or out without my order. Anyone who disobeys the order will be killed without mercy."

"Yes, Dad!"

"Yes, General!"

Hao Shangjiu nodded, and then turned to look at Li Xin: "Li Xin, you immediately organize the manpower. When an incident occurs, immediately take over the states and counties. Once the situation is unfavorable, immediately transport all supplies into Chaozhou City without any mistakes.

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"Yes, General!"
Chapter completed!